CHICAGO, IL - City health officials cited Peeple'S Tacos for health violations during an inspection on 07/25/2025.
The establishment operates from 5944 W Chicago Avenue Chicago Illinois in West Humboldt Park, a busy area of Chicago known for its dining scene.
The inspection report documents: "Observed improper cold holding temperatures of TCS foods. 33. Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control - comments: observed improper temperature of refrigerator at 53." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate pest control procedures. As outlined in FDA Pest Control Guidelines, The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The FDA Sanitation Standards clearly states that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations.
Among the findings were infractions involving temperature control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive temperature control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. The HACCP Temperature Monitoring offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
These findings underscore the essential nature of comprehensive health compliance in restaurant operations. Community members should feel empowered to examine health department findings when choosing restaurants.
| Inspection ID | 2621256 |
| DBA Name | PEEPLE'S TACOS |
| AKA Name | PEEPLE'S TACOS |
| License # | 3040859 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 5944 W CHICAGO AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60651 |
| Inspection Date | 07/25/2025 |
| Inspection Type | License |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 22. PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. FOUND TWO ZIPLOC BAGS OF STEAK (64.1F-66.2F) |
| CITATION ISSUED | 33. PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments | OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF REFRIGERATOR AT 53.1�F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE FOR SALE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG WAS PLACED ON THE UNIT. PLEASE REVIEW COMMENTS FOR TAG REMOVAL. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNITS AT 41.0�F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005 |
| CITATION ISSUED | 37. FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments | OBSERVED SQUIRT BOTTLES NOT LABELED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL ITEMS AND MAINTAIN. | 38. INSECTS |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 MICE DROPPINGS AND TWO LIVE ROACHES ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. MICE DROPPING ABOVE ON FLOORS IN THE REAR NEAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK |
| AND IN THE FRONT PREP AREA | SURROUNDING COLD HOLDING UNITS. FOUND 1 ROACH UNDER THE SHELF IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND UNDER THE SHELF IN THE FRONT PREP AREA THAT ELEVATES THE TV. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MICE DROPPINGS |
| CITATION ISSUED. | 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES | INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments | OBSERVED TWO MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. | 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | OBSERVED FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. | 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO ALLEGRGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORD ON SITE. |
| Latitude | 41.89483794336363 |
| Longitude | -87.77408918515034 |
| Location | (41.89483794336363 |
This inspection was conducted on July 25, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: pest-control, sanitation, temperature-control.
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the Chicago Department of Public Health . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
